From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Anime Announces Season 2 for 2026

June 23, 2025
From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman returns with Season 2 in 2026. The hit fantasy anime made the announcement in its Season 1 finale with a teaser and new Blu-ray info ⚔️ From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Is Coming Back in 2026!
The beloved fantasy anime From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman has officially announced Season 2, premiering in 2026! The news broke right after the final episode of Season 1 aired, catching fans by surprise with a teaser full of unreleased footage.
🎉 Voice actor Hiroaki Hirata, who plays protagonist Beryl Gardinant, also delivered a special message confirming the return.
💿 Blu-ray Details:
Vol. 1 (Episodes 1–6): Ships Dec 3, 2025
Vol. 2 (Episodes 7–12): Ships Jan 9, 2026
Each release includes a special illustrated cover, bonus story, and original soundtrack CD.
📜 Series Synopsis:
Beryl Gardinant, a quiet sword instructor in the countryside, never expected to be thrust into the spotlight. But when his overpowered former students summon him to the capital as a special knight instructor, his peaceful life turns into a whirlwind of battles, fame, and reluctant mentorship.
🧙♂️ Starring a cast of elite mages, adventurers, and knights — all of whom respect Beryl more than he respects himself — this story of quiet strength and unexpected leadership captured hearts during its Spring 2025 run on Amazon Prime Video.
📘 With two spinoff manga ongoing and more story to tell, this is one sequel you won't want to miss.